Special Weather Statement Georgia | Effective 04/01/2026 13:35

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 1 at 4:35PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 1, 2026 - 1:35pm
Expires: 
April 1, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description: 
At 435 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Monticello, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, up to penny sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Monticello, Adgateville, and McElheneys Crossroads.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
Jasper
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA